Journal article
Interpreting elbow radiographs in children
American family physician, Vol.55(4), pp.1278-1282
03/01/1997
PMID: 9092288
Abstract
Accurate diagnosis of elbow fractures in children requires knowledge of anatomic development. The multiple ossification centers in the elbow can be mistaken for fractures, making radiographic diagnosis difficult. Anteroposterior and lateral radiographs are most commonly used, although oblique views may help in the detection of subtle injuries. Comparison views of the uninjured elbow are of questionable value. Anterior and posterior fat pad signs indicate joint effusion, which suggests significant trauma. Intersection of the anterior humeral and central radial lines can be used to assess joint alignment. Fractures displaced less than 2 mm are considered stable and may be treated conservatively.
Details
- Title: Subtitle
- Interpreting elbow radiographs in children
- Creators
- D S FickT A Lyons
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publication Details
- American family physician, Vol.55(4), pp.1278-1282
- PMID
- 9092288
- ISSN
- 0002-838X
- eISSN
- 1532-0650
- Language
- English
- Date published
- 03/01/1997
- Academic Unit
- Family and Community Medicine
- Record Identifier
- 9984297341902771
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